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Friday, October 16, 2009

MATCHBOOK NOTEPAD: My super simple, quick version

One of my favorite customers requested a tutorial on how to make these little notepads that I often include in my Etsy packages. I know there are lots of versions found online, but I would love to share mine with all of you.Supplies needed:A: 1 12" X 12" sheet of scrapbook paperB: several sheets of copy paper--any color you likeC: something to cut the paper: straight edge and rotary cutter; scissors;or guillotine cutterD: staplerE: corner rounder punch (optional)

Step 1:Cut the 12X12 sheet of scrapbook paper into strips that are 6" X 2.25"Cut the copy paper into strips that measure 2.5" X 2"

Step2:OPTIONALRound all the corners, using the punch, of the 6"X 2.25" strips of scrapbook paper.

Step 3:Turn in and crease 3/4" of the cover (scrapbook strip), forming a flap.

I have also seen, and made a few, where buttons or other little trinkets are glued over the staple to hide it.I need to find some Christmas scrapbook paper that I like to make more to ship with my Christmas collars! Hope you have fun trying this latest project!